The alpha's eyes seemed to bore into mine, as if he was searching for any sign of fear or weakness. "But don't worry, Aurora," he said, his voice softening. "I'll do everything in my power to protect you. You're under my protection now, and I won't let anyone harm you not even my beta."

I felt a sign of gratitude in me at the alpha's words. No one had ever offered to protect me before, and I didn't know how to respond.

The alpha seemed to sense my emotions, and he reached out to place a hand on my shoulder. "You're safe now, Aurora," the alpha said, his voice low...